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BK Borough President Antonio Reynoso Denounces Mayor's Call for Budget Cuts

Over the weekend, Mayor Eric Adams called for substantial budget cuts across all city agencies. 
BK Council Member Sandy Nurse Introduces New Solar Energy Bill Ahead of Climate Week

BK Council Member Sandy Nurse Introduces New Solar Energy Bill Ahead of Climate Week

The legislation would require New York City to accelerate solar energy installations on city-owned buildings and public properties.
Brooklyn Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Sex Trafficking Teen

Brooklyn Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Sex Trafficking Teen

Defendant lured victim from Ohio to New York with promise of video shoots.
Brooklyn Man Indicted for Murder of 23-Year-Old Man

Brooklyn Man Indicted for Murder of 23-Year-Old Man

Allegedly shot victim repeatedly following argument outside bike and scooter shop in Crown Heights.
Plans for Affordable Housing, Open Space in Central Brooklyn Unveiled

Plans for Affordable Housing, Open Space in Central Brooklyn Unveiled

Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan takes a step forward, St. Andrew's Playground receives renovation funding.
NYPD Misconduct Lawsuits Reach $50 million In 2023, Says Report

NYPD Misconduct Lawsuits Reach $50 million In 2023, Says Report

One of the documented lawsuits was an alleged incident involving two Brooklyn elected officials during a protest back in 2020.
At Monthly Meeting, CB6 Decides a Chicken Shop Door Can Stay Put

At Monthly Meeting, CB6 Decides a Chicken Shop Door Can Stay Put

During the meeting, Community Board 6 members voted on permits and structural regulations regarding three properties in landmarked districts, including Dave's Hot Chicken on Seventh Avenue.
Tensions Rise Over McGuinness Blvd Redesign at First In-Person CB1 Meeting in 3 Years

Tensions Rise Over McGuinness Blvd Redesign at First In-Person CB1 Meeting in 3 Years

The community board meeting got so heated that police officers were called to help calm down several attendees.
Here's What You Missed at Community Board 14's First Meeting After Summer Break

Here's What You Missed at Community Board 14's First Meeting After Summer Break

Community Board 14 represents Flatbush, Midwood and parts of Kensington
Greenpoint Residents Continue to Rally Against McGuinness Blvd Redesign, as Plans Finalize

Greenpoint Residents Continue to Rally Against McGuinness Blvd Redesign, as Plans Finalize

After a new plan was announced, Keep McGuinness Moving, the group opposing the plan, staged a large rally on the street in a final effort to be heard by local electeds.